Red One
Directed by Jake KasdanAfter Santa Claus -- Code Name: RED ONE -- is kidnapped, the North Pole's Head of Security (Dwayne Johnson) must team up with the world's most infamous bounty hunter and notorious hacker (Chris Evans) in a globe-trotting, action-packed mission to save Christmas.
Red One Ratings & Reviews
- jackmeatDecember 23, 2024My quick rating - 6.8/10. I am a bit surprised to say this flick delivers a high-octane holiday adventure that’s equal parts action and yuletide cheer. Combining an imaginative North Pole setting with globe-trotting thrills, this movie offers a fun, festive ride that’s perfect for the holiday season. The film’s world-building shines, presenting the North Pole as a sprawling Christmas complex brimming with advanced technology, magical elements, and festive charm. The special effects are top-notch, bringing the Christmas lore to life with a mix of dazzling visuals and creative storytelling. Dwayne Johnson is in his element as the tough-as-nails Head of Security, embracing his action-hero persona with charisma and the right amount of humor. J.K. Simmons delivers a standout performance as a stacked, battle-ready Santa Claus, proving that even Saint Nick can pack a punch. Kiernan Shipka’s Gryla is a compelling villain, balancing menace with a touch of dark holiday magic. Chris Evans drops the shield for this flick and convincingly plays a reluctant tracker who has to get off the naughty list to help save Christmas. Meanwhile, the Krampus character (Kristofer Hivju) is surprisingly well-developed, with a memorable introduction that adds depth to the film’s lore. The humor lands well, keeping the tone light-hearted even amidst the high-stakes action sequences. The movie doesn’t take itself too seriously, leaning into its popcorn-flick nature with playful energy. The action is well-choreographed, offering plenty of thrills to keep us engaged. While The Red One may not reach the status of a timeless Christmas classic, it’s undeniably entertaining and full of heart. It’s a holiday treat that’s perfect for a family movie night or a December escape. With its solid cast, clever take on Christmas mythology, and action-packed story, this is one gift worth unwrapping this holiday season.
- Floyd Simpson18h agoOne of my favorite Christmas movies of all time 😜
- latin6251d agoGood family fun!
- ScottJanuary 12, 2025The Rock promised me a long shelf life with multiple verticals and a strategic win. And boy did he deliver.
- de_stroyeddFebruary 5, 2025not as bad as I thought, tbh
- Pitch651d agoFun, imaginative, good acting and lots of mayhem and no blood. Love it.
- ppritch01November 23, 2025Great holiday film in the context of old school adventure holiday films
- CyberAzing1d agoGreat Christmas Movie, a recommended watch
- Carl3d agoThis movie is very well-made. The technical effects were great, the acting and humor were awesome, the story was good. I can’t complain about much. When I rewatch a lot of the 1990s and 2000s movies (Jingle all the Way, Christmas with the Kranks, etc) I find them more annoying and full of cliches and a little more hokey than I used to. It’s more common to find the Hallmark-style cutsie flicks out there in recent years. I haven’t found that many newer-age Christmas movies worth watching, but this one fits the bill for one that will become a Christmas regular for me. In summary, this movie is very entertaining, funny and visually appealing. Well done!
- ElliDecember 26, 2024A really nice movie. I liked the use of different lore/mythology to build the story and details around. Perfect winter action romp. Worth a watch for sure.
- etmorris5d agoFun to watch once a year
- DdoughnutDecember 7, 2025'Da Rock
- texas319November 29, 2025Damn good Christmas movie definitely was expecting it to be that good. I caught a clip of it in passing and decided to check out while working on a project. It was a well thought out plot and structure. The acting wasn’t bad or over the top, the move fit right into to a teen+ movie.
- mickerdoo6d agoNot sure why we needed a dark mythical Christmas action movie geared to who? Teenagers? Not a repeat watch.
- Richard7d agoWent into this one with rock bottom expectations thanks to all the bad press and honestly… it didn’t deserve most of it. Streamed it, sat back and ended up enjoying it far more than I thought I would. Sure, it’s not flawless, a few rough edges, a couple of choices that critics clearly pounced on, but underneath all that noise there’s a perfectly solid, entertaining movie. Sometimes the reputation sticks harder than the reality and this is one of those cases. A surprisingly decent watch that deserved a fairer shake.
Red One Trivia
Red One was released on November 6, 2024.
Red One was directed by Jake Kasdan.
Red One has a runtime of 2 hr 3 min.
Red One was produced by Jake Kasdan, Hiram Garcia, Chris Morgan, Dwayne Johnson, Dany Garcia, Melvin Mar.
The key characters in Red One are Callum Drift (Dwayne Johnson), Jack O'Malley (Chris Evans), Zoe (Lucy Liu).
Red One is rated PG-13.
Red One is an Action, Adventure, Comedy film.
Red One has an audience rating of 8.9 out of 10.